What is the cheapest way to get from Pleven to Craiova?

The cheapest way to get from Pleven to Craiova is to train which costs $4 - $11 and takes 10h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Pleven to Craiova?

The fastest way to get from Pleven to Craiova is to drive which takes 4h 46m and costs $55 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Pleven and Craiova?

No, there is no direct bus from Pleven station to Craiova. However, there are services departing from Pleven Bus and Coach Station and arriving at Craiova via Ruse Central Bus Station and Bucharest Otopeni Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Pleven and Craiova?

No, there is no direct train from Pleven to Craiova. However, there are services departing from Pleven and arriving at Craiova via Mezdra and Vidin. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 8m.

How far is it from Pleven to Craiova?

The distance between Pleven and Craiova is 316 km. The road distance is 299.4 km.

How do I travel from Pleven to Craiova without a car?

The best way to get from Pleven to Craiova without a car is to bus and train which takes 9h 34m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Pleven to Craiova?

It takes approximately 9h 34m to get from Pleven to Craiova, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pleven to Craiova bus from?

Pleven to Craiova bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Pleven Bus and Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Pleven to Craiova train from?

Pleven to Craiova train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Pleven station.

Train or bus from Pleven to Craiova?

The best way to get from Pleven to Craiova is to train which takes 10h 8m and costs $4 - $11. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $55 and takes 9h 34m.

Where does the Pleven to Craiova bus arrive?

Pleven to Craiova bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at Ruse Central Bus Station.

Where does the Pleven to Craiova train arrive?

Pleven to Craiova train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Mezdra station.

Can I drive from Pleven to Craiova?

Yes, the driving distance between Pleven to Craiova is 299 km. It takes approximately 4h 46m to drive from Pleven to Craiova.

Where can I stay near Craiova?

There are 807+ hotels available in Craiova.

Pleven to Craiova - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Pleven to Craiova by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Pleven to Byala Slatinabus
2. Take the bus from Byala Slatina to Vidinbus
3. Take the train from Vidin to Craiovatrain Ic
9h 34m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Pleven to Mezdratrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Mezdra to Vidintrain Re / ...
3. Take the train from Vidin to Craiovatrain Ic
10h 8m
$5–10
Drive 299.4 km
1. Drive from Pleven to Craiovacar 299.4 km
4h 46m
$57–83
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pleven Bus and Coach Station to Ruse Central Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Ruse Central Bus Station to Bucharest Henri Coandă Airportbus
3. Take the bus from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Craiovabus
9h 34m
$40–52

Pleven to Craiova by train

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Distance: 315.6 km
Duration: 9h 34m

What companies run services between Pleven, Bulgaria and Craiova, Romania?

You can take a train from Pleven to Craiova via Mezdra and Vidin in around 10h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pleven Bus and Coach Station to Craiova via Ruse Central Bus Station, Bucharest Henri Coandă Airport, and Bucharest Otopeni Airport in around 9h 34m.

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